France is not just a place famous for perfumes and fashion. It is also a place for pursing your higher studies. A large number of students opt for studying in France because education is subsidized and courses are offered in English. It is a very old French tradition to welcome foreign students. Since the Middle Ages, and the birth of La Sorbonne, the first French University, more than 800 years ago, students from all over Europe come to France to study such as courses in French Literature, art, music, teaching, engineering, management. There are about 1.4 lakh international students in France pursuing different courses of study.

Is knowledge of French essential?

It is not mandatory to know French to study in France. But, you had better learn French before seeking admission. You can join the crash course offered by language institutions because learning French in France can be very expensive.